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After Tata Neu launching card with SBI with spend based domestic lounge offer, it was a matter of time that HDFC would introduce spend based lounge criteria too.
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This is the latest card to introduce after Kotak introduced such criteria in all its lower and mid tier cards.

The worst part of all this is not everyone has to keep a track of expenses to calculate the eligibility. The good part is now we may probably see some empty spaces in domestic lounges.
 
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    • VHARIA said:
    After Tata Neu launching card with SBI with spend based domestic lounge offer, it was a matter of time that HDFC would introduce spend based lounge criteria too.
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    This is the latest card to introduce after Kotak introduced such criteria in all its lower and mid tier cards.

    The worst part of all this is not everyone has to keep a track of expenses to calculate the eligibility. The good part is now we may probably see some empty spaces in domestic lounges.
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    Not bad. 50k in a quarter isn’t asking too much. After last years ltf spree, it was bound to come.
     
    VHARIA said:
    After Tata Neu launching card with SBI with spend based domestic lounge offer, it was a matter of time that HDFC would introduce spend based lounge criteria too.
    View attachment 96052
    This is the latest card to introduce after Kotak introduced such criteria in all its lower and mid tier cards.

    The worst part of all this is not everyone has to keep a track of expenses to calculate the eligibility. The good part is now we may probably see some empty spaces in domestic lounges.
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    When did you receive this email/SMS?
     
    Starting 10th of June HDFC Tata Neu cards will have lounge access based on meeting 50k per qtr spend crieria. Also, lounge access will be provided through vouchers instead of swipe after meeting spends criteria.
     
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    VHARIA

    Devaluation Thread 'HDFC Tata Neu card domestic lounge benefit devalued. Spend > 50k in quarter'

    After Tata Neu launching card with SBI with spend based domestic lounge offer, it was a matter of time that HDFC would introduce spend based lounge criteria too.
    IMG_20250430_011630_442.webp
    This is the latest card to introduce after Kotak introduced such criteria in all its lower and mid tier cards.

    The worst part of all this is not everyone has to keep a track of expenses to calculate the eligibility. The good part is now we may probably see some empty spaces in domestic lounges.
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    Changes to Lounge Access Benefits on HDFC Bank Tata Neu Credit Cards, effective June 10, 2025.​

    As of June 10, 2025, HDFC Bank’s Tata Neu Credit Cards will have an INR 50,000 spent during the quarter to qualify for lounge access. You must spend this amount during a calendar quarter to be eligible for lounge access in the next quarter.
    • Tata Neu Plus Credit Card: 1 Lounge Access
    • Tata Neu Infinity Credit Card: 2 Lounge Access
    Even better, if you change the card digits during the quarter (due to a lost card, an upgrade, or something), you will be unable to carry forward the spend on the prior card to the new one. So, for instance, if you spent INR 47,000 on the card in JFM, then you lost the card and got a new one issued as a replacement, then the spend counts for nothing for them regarding lounge access.

    In a unique move, the combination of Tata Neu and HDFC Bank will now allow access via a voucher, instead of a swipe-based access, adding another step to doing things. So, you will get an email/SMS to claim the lounge voucher/s within 30 working days from the day the quarter ends, and these will be valid for 120 days from the day of the claim. This is a good thing for the validity of the lounge access, as it will last for 4-5 months instead of just a quarter. Also, you can give it away as well (we will see when voucher issuance is live). Gyftr will manage this voucher.

    HDFC Bank issued Tata NEU cards will move to a spend-based lounge access system as of June 10, 2025. You will need to spend INR 50,000 a quarter to get your lounge access perks from the day, and these will be delivered as Dreamfolks vouchers from Gyftr.
     
    cardio_guy said:
    Credits: @shashankverma

    Changes to Lounge Access Benefits on HDFC Bank Tata Neu Credit Cards, effective June 10, 2025.​

    As of June 10, 2025, HDFC Bank’s Tata Neu Credit Cards will have an INR 50,000 spent during the quarter to qualify for lounge access. You must spend this amount during a calendar quarter to be eligible for lounge access in the next quarter.
    • Tata Neu Plus Credit Card: 1 Lounge Access
    • Tata Neu Infinity Credit Card: 2 Lounge Access
    Even better, if you change the card digits during the quarter (due to a lost card, an upgrade, or something), you will be unable to carry forward the spend on the prior card to the new one. So, for instance, if you spent INR 47,000 on the card in JFM, then you lost the card and got a new one issued as a replacement, then the spend counts for nothing for them regarding lounge access.

    In a unique move, the combination of Tata Neu and HDFC Bank will now allow access via a voucher, instead of a swipe-based access, adding another step to doing things. So, you will get an email/SMS to claim the lounge voucher/s within 30 working days from the day the quarter ends, and these will be valid for 120 days from the day of the claim. This is a good thing for the validity of the lounge access, as it will last for 4-5 months instead of just a quarter. Also, you can give it away as well (we will see when voucher issuance is live). Gyftr will manage this voucher.

    HDFC Bank issued Tata NEU cards will move to a spend-based lounge access system as of June 10, 2025. You will need to spend INR 50,000 a quarter to get your lounge access perks from the day, and these will be delivered as Dreamfolks vouchers from Gyftr.
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    Ultimate credits livefromthelounge website :hehe:
     
    Dear XXX,

    Greetings from HDFC Bank!

    We have an important update regarding domestic airport lounge access linked to your Tata Neu Infinity HDFC Bank Credit Card.Effective 10 Jun 25, domestic lounge access will be based on your quarterly credit card spending.

    Here's how it works:
    • Spend Rs. 50,000 or more in a calendar quarter (Jan-Mar | Apr-June | Jul-Sept | Oct-Dec).
    • On meeting the spending criteria, you will receive an SMS and an email (on your registered Mob & Email ID) with a link where you can claim the voucher.
    • You can avail of two complimentary domestic lounge vouchers for that calendar quarter.
    • Vouchers can be used directly at the eligible airport lounge, instead of swiping your credit card.

    Please Note:
    • Lounge access continues as-is until 09 June 25.
    • If you have utilized the lounge access vouchers, you can still visit the lounge by paying the applicable lounge fee.
    • International lounge access benefits remain unchanged.
    Warm regards,
    HDFC Bank
     
    Lounge Access:

    A. Domestic Lounge Access – VISA / RuPay Card

    W.e.f 10-Jun-2025, Domestic Lounge Access benefit will be Milestone based and can be availed as a Lounge Voucher on spends of Rs 50,000 or more in a calendar quarter. Please note, you can access 2 Complimentary Domestic Lounge Voucher per calendar quarter (up to 8 per calendar year).

    From 10-Jun-2025, kindly note access to the lounge benefit upon qualification will be via Lounge Voucher as explained below and not via direct swipe of credit card at lounge.

    Upon qualifying for the benefit, you will receive SMS and Email, intimating you about the qualification. In case you have qualified for the benefit visit the link received in the SMS/Email, login using your Bank registered mobile number and claim your lounge voucher within 120 days of qualification. Once you have claimed the voucher, you can use the voucher in the eligible lounge list within 180 days of issuance of the voucher.

    To check the spends and qualification status in the current calendar quarter, from 10-Jun-2025 you can login into HDFC Bank Netbanking/Mobilebanking app > Go to Credit Card Section > Select Tata Neu HDFC Bank Credit Card > Click on Redeem Reward Points (you will be re-directed to Rewards Portal) > In Rewards Portal Go to MyReward > Spend Promo Details.

    Note:- If your card is upgraded, lost, or reissued spends done on only new card will be considered. Spends done on previous card will not be considered for qualification.

    Domestic lounge benefit till 9-Jun-2025
    8 Complimentary Domestic Lounge Access per calendar year (2 in a quarter). ₹2 (VISA / RuPay) will be charged to the Credit Card for the Lounge Access

    Please note, W.e.f 15 May 2023, the list of eligible domestic lounge access has been updated.

    B. International Lounge Access – VISA Card
    W.e.f 01-Jun-2025, Priority Pass on Tata Neu Infinity HDFC Bank Credit Card – VISA will be issued only basis request. In case you have been issued a new / renewed / replacement card, then Click here to apply for the Priority Pass Card to enjoy the international lounge access as per the product feature benefit.

    Using Priority Pass, you and your add on member can together avail up to 4 Complimentary Lounge Access per calendar year (1 per Quarter), outside India.

    If you exceed the 4 Complimentary (1 per Quarter) visits, you will be charged at US $27 + GST per visit

    All guests visits using Priority pass would be charged at US $27 + GST per visit per guest

    Please note: Priority Pass in India will attract charges on your Credit Card. Click here to know more. You can visit www.prioritypass.com for list of lounge details.

    To know about your lounge access history

    Please write a mail to pp@prioritypass.com.hk. Please provide name, complete 18 digit Priority Pass number and state that PP Membership is via HDFC Bank program. If there is more than 1 Priority Pass number (belonging to add-on PP holders), then please provide all the PP Numbers.


    C. International Lounge Access - RuPay
    4 Complimentary Lounge Access per calendar year (1 per Quarter), outside India. Customers will be charged a transaction fee of $3.25 on their Credit card towards complimentary lounge access, same shall be reversed. Visit exceeding the complimentary quota will be allowed at the discretion of lounge and will also be chargeable by the lounge.
     
    One should start counting the same tata neu infinity lounge devaluation created in last 1-2 weeks.

    I bet calculus would be a more easier task than that.
     
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    VHARIA

    Devaluation Thread 'HDFC Tata Neu card domestic lounge benefit devalued. Spend > 50k in quarter'

    After Tata Neu launching card with SBI with spend based domestic lounge offer, it was a matter of time that HDFC would introduce spend based lounge criteria too.
    IMG_20250430_011630_442.webp
    This is the latest card to introduce after Kotak introduced such criteria in all its lower and mid tier cards.

    The worst part of all this is not everyone has to keep a track of expenses to calculate the eligibility. The good part is now we may probably see some empty spaces in domestic lounges.
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    hiraktalukdar said:
    To check the spends and qualification status in the current calendar quarter, from 10-Jun-2025 you can login into HDFC Bank Netbanking/Mobilebanking app > Go to Credit Card Section > Select Tata Neu HDFC Bank Credit Card > Click on Redeem Reward Points (you will be re-directed to Rewards Portal) > In Rewards Portal Go to MyReward > Spend Promo Details.
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    If someone do not redeem reward points to lounge, can it be used to generate some voucher?
     
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